2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Kyron | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Tata |
| Model | Kyron | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2425 mm |
